Question

Solve the one-variable equation using the distributive property and properties of equality.

–6(2 + a) = –48

What is the value of a?
a = –6
a = –3
a = 5
a = 6

Answer 1

Answer:

a=6

Step-by-step explanation:

-6(2+(6)=-48

-6(2+6)=-48

(-6X2)+(-6+6)=-48

(-12)+(-36)=-48

-48=-48

They are equal. Tell me if I made a mistake. Thanks!

Answer 2

Answer:

D

Step-by-step explanation: